Star Trek Online: Tier 3

((Ignoring the frustration of my previous post)) This afternoon I managed to finish off a few long mission chains and cross the threshold to Commander. As planned I chose a science vessel rather than an escort for Tier 3, and I love it!

USS Catalyst Research Science Vessel
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To my delight I found a few extra buttons below my weapons allowing me to target an enemy's subsystems (such as their shields!). There is a cooldown for each one but with well timed use and/or careful rotation it's possible to keep bad-guys on the ropes while you whizz around zapping them.

A month has passed since I started play and I'm halfway through the level progression, which I feel is a good thing. I want something casual and fun which doesn't demand a great deal of attention and with the exception of the occasional server glitch (see previous post) Star Trek Online continues to deliver.

I'm still subscribed, although I'm not convinced a 'lifetime' membership is needed or desired. In another month or two I'll slowly wander up to the endgame where I will reconsider my subscription.